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Precooling techniques and applications for horticultural products: a review.

Author(s) : BROSNAN T., SUN D. W.

Type of article: Article, IJR article

Summary

This paper provides a critical review to portray precooling as an intricate part of temperature management and to highlight the importance of its utilisation for extending the shelf life and maintaining the quality of horticultural products with emphasis on cut flowers. Various different precooling methods are depicted with the benefits and ambiguities of each shown. The applicability and cooling efficiency of each arte also illustrated. Through this review, it is aimed to promote interest in precooling and encourage its use on a more widespread basis.

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Pages: 154-170

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  • Original title: Precooling techniques and applications for horticultural products: a review.
  • Record ID : 2001-1936
  • Languages: English
  • Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 24 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 2001/03

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